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Google’s AI weather model outperforms traditional forecast models: Study
The artificial intelligence revolution is transforming weather forecasts and may potentially save lives. Google DeepMind unveiled its new AI weather prediction model on Wednesday, Dec. 4, known as GenCast, which researchers say improves the accuracy and speed at which forecasts are delivered. They say it could give those in harm’s way added time to prepare.… -
Calif issues statewide recall of raw milk after H5N1 found in retail samples
The latest hotspot for the bird flu in the United States, California, announced on Tuesday, Dec. 3, that it is expanding a recall of raw milk products to cover the entire state. The voluntary recall comes after recent tests reportedly detected H5N1 in two more samples from the nation’s largest raw milk dairy, Raw Farm,… -
Georgian opposition leader arrested as mass protests enter 6th day
A tense scene occurred in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi as police arrested the leader of one of the country’s opposition parties. Police allegedly knocked the leader of the Georgia’s Coalition for Change Party unconscious during the physical altercation. The confrontation between police and the opposition leader occured on Wednesday, Dec. 4, as Georgian authorities… -
How the US Space Force will work to protect Japan’s national security
U.S. Space Force Guardians are deploying to Japan on Dec. 4 in a move meant to bolster the Japanese self-defense forces against threats from Russia, China and North Korea. The United States activated its first Space Force Unit in Japan at Yokota Air Base, just west of Tokyo, on Wednesday, Dec. 4. The unit will… -
Trump’s pick for head of FBI target of Iranian-backed cyberattack: US
U.S. intelligence revealed on Tuesday, Dec. 3, that an alleged Iranian-backed cyberattack targeted Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to head the FBI. The FBI reportedly told Patel the hackers attempted to infiltrate his communications. It’s unclear if the hackers succeeded in their attempt or how much information they stole. Although Trump’s team didn’t specifically… -
US charges Chinese national with sending guns and ammo to North Korea
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that authorities have arrested and charged an undocumented Chinese national with allegedly buying and sending guns and ammunition to North Korea. That’s according to unsealed court documents unveiled on Tuesday, Dec. 3. According to the criminal complaint, Shenghua Wen told investigators that North Korean agents funneled $2 million… -
Hamas says 33 hostages killed, Trump demands release of remaining captives
Hamas announced on Monday, Dec. 2, 33 hostages have been killed as Israel’s more than year-long war against the militant group continues. This marks the first time the Palestinian militia group has revealed the number of Israeli hostage deaths since the war in Gaza began. The announcement has also drawn the attention of President-elect Donald… -
Volkswagen plants brought to halt as workers strike amid labor dispute
Workers at nine Volkswagen factories across Germany brought assembly lines to a halt on Monday, Dec. 2, as they launched rolling two-hour strikes. The autoworkers are protesting pay cuts and proposed factory closures the automaker claims are necessary to make up for slumping sales in Europe. Volkswagen reportedly wants 120,000 German workers to take a… -
Cargill, largest private company in the US, laying off thousands as profits fall
America’s largest private company and the world’s largest agricultural commodities trader is laying off 5% of its global workforce as food prices drop, according to an internal memo obtained by Reuters on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Cargill also confirmed the move on Monday, Dec. 2, to CNN, that it plans to let go of an estimated… -
White House sending $725M in weapons to Ukraine as Biden enters final weeks
President Joe Biden is sending as much aid as possible to Ukraine before his time in office runs out on Jan. 20. The White House announced Monday, Dec. 2, that it is sending Kyiv another $725 million worth of military equipment, including munitions for High Mobility Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and counter-drone systems. It’s reportedly unclear… -
Suspected cartel shooting kills 8, injures 2 in north-central Mexico
As deadly gang violence continues to grip parts of Mexico, an investigation is underway after suspected cartel gunmen opened fire on customers and bystanders on Saturday, Nov. 30, at a busy shopping area. Police say the shooting killed eight people and wounded two others in the north-central Mexican state of Guanajuato. Law enforcement says two… -
Georgia’s violent protests continue for 5th day as president pleads for help
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili pleaded with Western powers on Monday, Dec. 2, to back what she called “a national movement” in support of the country becoming a member of the European Union (EU). The protests come after a tense parliamentary election. Zourabichvili’s plea came shortly before protesters and police reignited clashes on Monday that have… -
Nearly 60,000 migrants with criminal backgrounds roaming NYC: Report
New York City officials expressed frustration on Sunday, Dec. 1, over a fresh report published on Sunday, Nov. 30, by the New York Post that revealed new numbers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. The Post reported that nearly 60,000 undocumented immigrants with criminal records or pending criminal charges are out and about…
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